‘To help with this, we are looking at potential ways to expand several schools including Springfield.

‘There are a number of ways we could expand Springfield, including an option that includes redeveloping the pool area as a sports hall gymnasium space.

‘At the moment, we’re carefully looking at the viability of various options.

‘The council and the school recognise that the pool is well-regarded within the community, and once the options have been evaluated, the council, in partnership with the school, will seek feedback on the preferred option from the community including parents and staff.’

Others fear the public are not being involved.

Resident Graham Crocker said: ‘Nobody, to our knowledge, including parents, teachers, children or clubs, has been notified of this proposal.’